The average train between Bedford and Porthmadog takes 8h 53m and the fastest train takes 6h 24m. The train service runs several times per day from Bedford to Porthmadog. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Bedford and Porthmadog. The earliest departure is at 1:03 AM at night, and the last departure from Bedford is at 9:56 PM which arrives into Porthmadog at 10:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Kettering and take an average of 8h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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7h • 4 changesWant to know about travelling from Bedford to Porthmadog? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bedford to Porthmadog. However, there are services departing from Kettering station and arriving at Porthmadog station via Leicester station, Birmingham New Street station and Dovey Junction station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 53m.
Bedford to Porthmadog train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Kettering station.
Bedford to Porthmadog train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Porthmadog station.
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The distance between Bedford and Porthmadog is 262.9 km. The road distance is 306 km.
You can take a train from Bedford to Porthmadog via Kettering, Leicester, Birmingham New Street, and Dovey Junction in around 8h 37m.